What We Offer

abstract photo of abcWe offer a range of activities and facilities in the Centre itself and elsewhere.

The highlight of our activities programme is the Arab British Culture and Society Award which recognises and celebrates the work of those involved in educating the British public about life, society and culture in the Arab world.

 

Culture & Society Award

Our annual prize celebrates the achievements of those who work to positively promote the Arab world and its people.

2008 award

Classes

The Arab British Centre holds regular introductory courses of Arabic language and Arabic calligraphy.

Book

Contemporary Arab Art

We invite the public to view our collection of contemporary artwork from around the Arab world; contact us for an appointment.

Art on display at the ABC

Library

Our library of books focused on the Arab world is open to the public for borrowing, appointments are a good idea.

Library shelves

Room Hire & Conferencing

We are able to offer a range of conference and meeting hire facilities close to the heart of the city at reasonable rates.

room hire

Grants

We offer modest grants to arts and cultural projects that improve the British public’s understanding of the Arab world.